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Touch
pp. 32
$2.50
Published by DC Comics
Cooper Santiago is the proprietor of a company called "Supernova Solutions," offering superhuman services to those with various problems. While he never seems to have difficulty enlisting individuals with extraordinary powers, the company has had its share of mishaps with its enhanced employees. Santiago has a secret of his own, however, and it has to do with how he acquires his "super heroes." And, it's probably not what you would expect. I didn't.
Touch is one of DC Comics new "DC Focus" series. And, while I'm not sure why the powers-that-be felt this book needed to be set in a different universe, it doesn't really matter. It's a strong book, and an entertaining reading experience.
Writer John Francis Moore crafts likeable, human characters with strengths as well as glaring weaknesses. And, while many attempts at placing super heroic characters in the "real world" have been a bust, this particular project has the feel of authenticity to it. Moore makes it easy for the reader to suspend disbelief, and enjoy the ride.
Complimenting the story are the pencils of Prentis Rollins. Dramatic and expressive, Rollins' work engages the reader well, while his storytelling technique and panel arrangement can be seen improving just within the first three issues. If I had to guess, I'd say the artist enjoys his work.
If I could change one thing, it would be the coloring. The seemingly-three-color process is, in my opinion, too subdued for this book. It sets an entirely different mood than what would seem to be appropriate. If the book is supposed to be "dark," it only comes across in the coloring,not the content.
Overall, Touch is a worthy endeavor, and worth the admission price. Recommended for all but the youngest readers, it will be enjoyed by those who enjoy action/adventure, super heroics, and good characterization.
Mark Allen
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